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Peter Jackson showed his delight at his best director award at the Golden Globes in Los Angeles.

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An unknown to millions of Americans, Ricky Gervais scored a remarkable double triumph at the Globes.

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Nicole Kidman was in joyous mood as she arrived on the red carpet for the Golden Globes.

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Renee Zellweger thanked her director Anthony Minghella for casting her after scooping best supporting actress.

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Nominated for best comedy actor Matt LeBlanc brought Friends' co-star Jennifer Aniston to the awards.

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Many in Hollywood felt it was Peter Jackson's year for award recognition.

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Jennifer Lopez made an appearance fresh from her break-up with Ben Affleck.

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Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas were on hand to say hello.

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The list of winners arrived safely locked in a briefcase.

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Sofia Coppola has received critical plaudits for her film Lost in Translation.

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Sarah Jessica Parker enjoyed a good night, winning an award for her performance in Sex and the City.